A nature lover’s delight, the island is made up of 63% national park that supports a wide range of unique and unusual species and habitats. Walking and driving tracks lead to many lookouts, beaches and freshwater waterfalls. Shallow waters with a fringing reef surround the island, before plunging dramatically 5000m into the depths of the Java Trench. Caves honeycomb the limestone cliffs at sea level. These different marine environments provide a visual feast for snorkellers and divers alike.
The Island’s flora has developed largely due to the warm temperatures, high rainfall and isolation. There are approximately 460 plant species, of which 213 are native plant species,17 of these natives are endemic to Christmas Island. The Island is a focal point
for sea birds of various species. Eight species of sea birds
nest on the Island, these include the endangered Abbotts Booby and the Christmas Island Frigatebirds.
The island is also home to 120 million red crabs. At the beginning of the wet season ( October / November ) most of the adult red crabs begin a spectacular migration. They move on mass from the forest to the coast to breed and release their eggs into the sea. The baby crabs return to the forest approximately 1 month later. This migration has been described by ecologists as one of the wonders of the natural world and is one of Christmas’ Islands claim to fame amongst naturalists. The main migration commences on the plateau and can last up to 18 days. The annual spectacle attracts national and international visitors.
 
 

Climate:
Christmas island experiences a tropical equatorial climate
with wet & dry seasons. The wet season is from December to April when the Island comes under the influence of the north west monsoons.
During the rest of the year, the south east trade winds bring
slightly lower temperatures and humidity with much less rain. The
average daily temperature is 25C and the average humidity is 80%.
Accommodation:
The Sunset offers stunning views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel is
centrally located in the settlement and is only a short stroll to the local shops, cafes and the Golden Busun Tavern. There are three
room categories to choose from.
The Superior Oceanview and Oceanview rooms offer guests spectacular views of the Indian ocean as well as the amazing Christmas Island sunsets from the private balcony.
Standard rooms have access to the ocean view from the poolside area. Each room offers private en-suite facilities, air conditioning
and ceiling fan, workstation, telephone, internet access, television,
mini fridge, complimentary tea / coffee making facilities.
Adjoining rooms are available for families, and rollaway beds are
available on request.
The VQ3 Lodge is located in the settlement only 50metres away
from The Sunset.
The lodge has been recently upgraded. All rooms have
private en-suite facilities, air conditioning and ceiling fan,
workstation, telephone, internet access, television, mini
fridge, complimentary tea & coffee making facilities. There are a number of room categories available, standard , superior-ocean view and if you are looking for a little luxury, the presidential spa suite. In addition to these facilities, the lodge offers a communal guest kitchen. All guest are welcome to use the swimming pool at The Sunset.